Baby bathing cot



A. M. N. HARPER BABY BATHING COT Nov. 20, 1945.

Filed Oct. 12, 1944 Inventor W a I tt orneys Patented Nov. 20, 1945 2,389,362 7 BABY BATHING. co'r Agnes Morgan Newman Harper, Jacksonville, Fla.

Application October 12, 1944, Serial No. 558,342

Claims.

This invention relates to a new and novel type cot, this of a miniature style, expressly adapted to rovide a' safe, simple, easily usable support to expedite handling and bathing of tiny babies.

Although various methods and modes are pur-' sued in handling a tiny baby in giving it a bath there exists a crying need, it is believed, for the provision of a comfortable and readily usable support in achieving desired aims. Many makeshift routines employing the use of pans, small tubs and so-called lap techniques are, of course, followed. In addition, a special appliance known as a bathinette has come into vogue and is extensively used. In an effort to overcome objections and inconveniences presently encountered, I have evolved and produced a unique miniature canvas cot so designed and made as to permit the infant to lie thereon and be supported with perfect safety in a comfortable reclining position, while both hands of the attendant remain free to handle, bathe and subsequently dress the infant.

In carrying out the specific principles of the instant invention, I have found it expedient and practicable to utilize a suitable leg-supported frame, this having a canvas sling tautly suspended thereon, and the entire structure beins a gradual sloping form to obtain proper drainage and the desired ends.

Other features and advantages will become more readily apparent from the following description and the accompanying illustrative drawing.

In the drawing, wherein like numerals are employed to designate like parts throughout the same:

Figure 1 is a top plan View of a miniature canvas baby bathing cot constructed in accordance with the principles of the instant invention.

Figure 2 is a side or edge elevational view of the same. this to bring out the sloping inclination.

Figure 3 is an end elevation observing the stril lcture of Figure 2 in a direction from left to rig t.

Figure 4 is an end elevation of the opposite end, that is observing Figure 2 in a direction from right to left.

Figure 5 is an enlarged transverse or cross section on the plane of the line 5-5 of Figure 1.

Referring now to the drawing by distinguishing reference numerals, it will be observed that the structure, as aunitary contrivance, is in the form of a miniature canvas cot. It is made up of suitable materials, these of appropriate shapes and of a'rectangular frame 6 provided with depending leg frames. The leg frames are of general U-shaped form and both slightly inclined. The one at the head end is nearly perpendicular and is denoted by the numeral 1. The one at the foot, or opposite end, is disposed at an acute angle to the main frame and is differentiated by the numeral 8. The canvas or equivalent waterproof sling 9 is provided at opposite ends with hems l0 and Ma, thehem l0 forming a pocket and being secured to the adjacent transverse end of the main frame 6. The opposite narrower foot hem Illa is secured to the bight or central portion of the leg frame 8. Along longitudinal edges, which lead from the longitudinal members of the main frame 6, I provide loops or tapes l2 and these embrace the side members of the frame and are attached to the under side of the canvas sling at dimensions. The principal supportis in the form the points indicated in Figure 1.

As previously stated, it is believed that the miniature canvas cot herein shown and described is an innovation in that it will function to support the baby with perfect safety, leaving both hands free to bathe and dress it afterward. It serves to support the baby in an area of warmth above the water, and as the child grows, will serve to support it partly submerged in the water while at the same time keeping the head clear and out of the water. It promotes greater convenience in drawing and using bath water and-saves time in drainage thereafter, providing an excellent home contrivance usable in conjunction With the facilities of the home. By using the short and long leg frames and declining the foot end, excellent drainage is promoted. It can be used in a kitchen sink, or the family bath tub, or on a table or equivalent stand. I have found it entirely practicable for use over or in the sink, during which time the sink is filled half-full of hot Water, the holder being placed above thus providing a warm bed for the infant while being bathed. The natural height of the sink is approximately perfect for the purpose. Then too, with the drain boards on either one or both sides, convenient spaces are provided to place a folded blanket on which to dress the baby and to hold all the necessary accessories fo quick and convenient usage. When the device is not in use it can be conveniently hung up and dried, as is obvious. It is ideal for use by persons of limited quarters and especially while away from home or traveling. It is susceptible of adequate and appropriate use anywhere at any time and compact and convenient and easily stored or carried in a trunk, car or limited space.

It is substantially foolproof in use, as it supports the baby completely and thereby insures the utmost ease of handling and giving the bath under any and all circumstances. The legs of the bathing cot can rest directly on the bottom of the sink, or the frame can be sufficiently large to rest on the rim of the sink. Then too, the device is not only simple and foolproof, but sturdy, is perfectly safe, is a real time-saver, and last, but not least, susceptible of low cost production and sale.

It is thought that persons skilled in the art to which the invention relates will be able to obtain a clear understanding of the invention after considering the description in connection with the drawing. Therefore, a more lengthy description is regarded as unnecessary.

Minor changes in the shape, size and arrangement of details coming within the field of invention claimed may be resorted to in actual practice, if desired.

I claim:

1. A miniature baby bathing cot of the class described comprising a rectangular frame, supporting legs to support the frame in an inclined position in respect to a relatively stationary support, and a tautly stretched sheet of waterprool canvas having one transverse end and opposite longitudinal edge portions attached to and suspended from said frame, the remaining transverse end of the canvas being attached to the ad- Jacent leg and declined to serve as a drainage chute.

2. A miniature baby bathing cot of the class described comprising a substantially rectangular frame supporting legs at opposite ends thereof, the legs at one end being inclined to tilt the entire frame at a desired angle, and a canvas support anchored at one end On one end of the frame and anchored at its opposite end to the supporting legs at the corresponding end.

3. A miniature baby bathing cot of the class described comprising a substantially rectangular frame, supporting legs at opposite ends aseaaea v thereof, the legs at one end being inclined to at the entire frame at a desired angle, and a canvas support anchored at one end on one end of the frame and anchored at its opposite end to the supporting legs at the corresponding end, the longitudinal edge portions of the canvas being spaced from the longitudinal side members of the frame and attached thereto at longitudinally spaced points by loops.

4. A miniature baby bathing cot of the class described comprising a rectangular frame, a pair of leg frames secured to said first frame inwardly of the opposite transverse ends thereof, a sheet of waterproof canvas having a hem at the head end fastened to the corresponding transverse end member of said frame, having a hem at the opposite foot end, said last hem attached to the leg frame adjacent the foot end, the longitudinal edges of said canvas being spaced from the longitudinal side members of the frame, and loops attached to the longitudinal ,edges of the canvas and mounted on the longitudinal members of said frame, the foot end of said canvas being declined to serve as a drainage chute.

5. A miniature babyv bathing cot of the class described comprising a rectangular frame, U-shaped supporting leg frames, said leg frames being attached to the longitudinal side members of the rectangular frame at points spaced inwardly of the transverse members of said frame, there bei g head and foot leg-frames, the foot leg-frame being inclined outwardly and downwardly so as to tilt the main rectangular frame, and a tautly stretched sheet of waterproof canvas having one end attached to the transverse member of the main frame adjacent the head portion, the opposite ends of said canvas being attached to the bight portion of the leg frame adjacent the foot end of said frame, the longitudinal edge portions of said canvas being spaced from the longitudinal side members of the frame and attached thereto at longitudinally spaced points by loops.

AGNES MORGAN NEWMAN HARPER; 

